Can the public library (San Diego) bill for items 5 yrs old, that one has already paid for?
Hi all,
I lost a San Diego public library book back in 2004, but I PAID for it and now I received a bill for it. I called the library and they said the only way they can remove the fee is for me to come in with the receipt showing I paid.
My problem:
I don't have the receipt- who would? And is it even legal for them to bill after so long?
Even if it's legal, how can they remove only if I have receipt?
Finally, I'm not even in the United States anymore! I'm in Japan and won't be back for another year!
They say I have to come in to the library! Since I had paid, I have no inclination to do so, or have someone pay it for me- please Help!
Any advice is appreciated!
Thank you,
Christie
BTW: Since the 2 ppl who left answers did not read the above (tho thanks for trying):
1) I was asking if it was legal to send a bill after 5 years (part one of my question- this was the ?)
2) I have ALREADY PAID for this book. Yes, I lost it- which is why I paid, thank you. I am not holding the book hostage- which I know is wrong, thus the payment.
Finally, to make things a bit clearer:
1) Re-Billed for paid book, from 5 years ago- legal or not?
(I'm guessing it's legal)
2) However, I have already PAID this bill; they are contesting it, and I do not have the receipt.
I should not have pay for something already paid for.
Thank you in advance for your advice.
Sorry if I sound a bit frustrated- I'm wondering why ppl would leave useless comments disregarding the obvious points listed above. Thank you in advance. (^_^)